FFESSM Courses
French Federation of Underwater Studies and Sports. Levels 1 to 3 and additional qualifications.
The French system in Lanzarote
Get your FFESSM levels under the Canary Islands sun. Clear water and ideal temperatures — perfect conditions for quick, safe progression.
Our team of French-speaking instructors offers intensive courses (ideal for holidays) or spread over several days at your pace. All levels from PE12 to PA60 are available.
Levels and qualifications
Progress through the FFESSM system at your own pace.
Level 1 (PE20)
Supervised diver to 20m. Surface autonomy, mastery of basics.
- 4 skills dives
- Theory lessons
- Equipment included
- FFESSM card
- From age 14
Level 2 (PA20 + PE40)
Autonomous to 20m, supervised to 40m. The ultimate versatile level.
- 8-10 dives
- Autonomous 20m
- Supervised 40m
- Theory lessons
- Equipment included
Level 3 (PA60)
Autonomous diver to 60m. The highest FFESSM recreational diver level.
- 10 dives
- Dive planning
- Decompression management
- Seamanship
- Level 2 required
PA20 (qualification)
Autonomy qualification to 20m. For PE20 divers wanting independence.
- 4-5 dives
- Navigation
- Air management
- Safety procedures
PE40 (qualification)
Supervised exploration to 40m. Discover depth safely.
- 3-4 deep dives
- Narcosis
- Decompression stops
- PA20 required
PA40 (qualification)
Autonomy qualification to 40m. Dive in a buddy pair without professional supervision.
- 6 dives
- Autonomous planning
- Emergency management
- PE40 required
Practical information
Prepare for your FFESSM course.
- Medical certificate of fitness to dive, less than 12 months old (mandatory)
- FFESSM licence (can be done on site)
- Logbook with previous dives
- Equipment provided throughout training
- Intensive courses available (ideal for holidays)
- Insurance mandatory (included with licence, or available at the centre)
Get your levels in the sunshine
Warm water, perfect visibility, French-speaking instructors. Lanzarote is the ideal place to progress.